Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Vanvian Hoo, LCSW, PsyD, is a senior clinical and psychotherapist at Hudson River Care and Counseling. Dr. Hoo works virtually.
Vanvian brings over 20 years of experience to the practice with no signs of stopping. Currently pursuing her doctorate in psychology from Felician University in Rutherford, New Jersey, Vanvian specializes in neuropsychology and multicultural psychology. She is trained in various behavioral models, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT).
After receiving her Bachelor of Science from Wagner College, Vanvian earned a master’s in Social Work from Columbia University in New York City. She works from a Strength-based Based Perspective with her patients and has an integrative approach, utilizing various evidence-based practices depending on the needs of her clients. She includes various modalities in her treatment plans, such as play therapy with children, parenting, trauma work, anxiety, depression, and relational issues with adults and adolescents.
Vanvian also worked as a school-based mental health social worker at TSMS, a middle school located in the East Village, New York, for 13 years. She also has extensive work experience in nonprofits and hospital settings. Additionally, Vanvian has extensive knowledge working with young children and parents as a mental health consultant for a Head Start program in NYC.
She has worked in Chinatown to mitigate and decrease the mental health stigma and deliver mental health services to the community. Vanvian is committed to addressing social injustice issues and helping clients break the transmission of intergenerational trauma. Teaching and supervising master’s level social work interns from Columbia University, Hunter College, and NYU is one of her many gratifying accomplishments. In her free time, Vanvian loves to design and create handmade greeting cards.
Dr. Hoo is licensed in both NY and NJ. She is bilingual in Cantonese and in English.
Rebecca Ennis-Paez is a Clinical Social Work intern at Hudson River Care and Counseling, a mental health practice with two office locations in Hoboken and Teaneck, New Jersey. Telehealth services are also available.
Education and learning have always been of great interest to Rebecca. She pursued her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Alliance University (formerly known as NYACK College).
In conjunction with her internship, Rebecca has been an administrator at Hudson River Care and Counseling since 2017.
Rebecca focuses on her work with prenatal and postpartum women, adolescents, trauma, anxiety, depression, couples counseling, and military families — her particular interest areas. She uses a variety of approaches to help her patients, including The Strength-based approach, Goal-Setting Approach, Narrative Theory, and Systems Theory.
In her personal life, Rebecca is a mother of two boys and the wife of an Army Veteran.
In addition, Rebecca has been a Hair and Makeup artist for over ten years. Her background influences her focus on natural health, beauty, and therapy approaches. She is passionate dedicated, and looks forward to helping you achieve your goals.
Betrice Thompson is a highly experienced LCSW with over 30 years of dedicated service in the field of social work, specializing in geriatric issues, such as adjustment disorder, grief and loss, hospice, depression, anxiety, and caregiver support. She has assisted families and individuals through the difficult process of selecting alternative placement and services.
Betrice passion extends to working with the faith community, particularly clergy (pastors and their families) addressing issues related to mental health challenges often not discussed in the faith community.
Betrice holds several advanced degrees including a master’s in social work from the University of Oklahoma-Norman, a master’s in education with a specialty in gerontology from the University of Central Oklahoma-Edmond. She recently obtained a double master’s in Divinity and Pastoral Care and Counseling from New Brunswick Theological Seminary, New Brunswick. She holds certificates from the National Association of Social Workers where she has been a member for several years in Clinical Social Worker Supervision and as a Certified Advanced Social Work Case Manager (C-ASWM). Betrice is the owner of Beyond Christian Counseling, a faith-based agency providing counseling services to the community.
If interested in scheduling a virtual appointment, contact Hudson River Care and Counseling at 201-541-8600.
Erin M. Heaslip is a board-certified music therapist and licensed social worker. She completed her master’s in music therapy from the University of Miami and has been practicing music therapy since 2011. She completed her master’s in social work in 2024 from Boston University and is licensed in New Jersey and New York. Erin offers both virtual and in person sessions in the Hoboken office.
She has experience with children with developmental disabilities and neurodiverse clients and families. She enjoys working with adults, children, and families to work through adverse experiences, life changes, those working through depression and anxiety. She is knowledgeable in women’s issues related to infertility, postpartum care and perinatal mental health. Through a strengths perspective, she uses music and creative arts modalities, in addition to talk therapy to learn and implement positive coping strategies for improved well-being. Erin works to provide a safe environment, while maintaining a positive and supportive relationship. Through acceptance and empathy, she utilizes therapeutic interventions using psychodynamic, humanistic, and cognitive behavioral principles in her practice. Each person is unique and is valued when working towards their treatment goals. I look forward to working with you!
Dr. Richard Firshein, is board-certified in family medicine, and the leading authority in the fields of Integrative, Anti-Aging, and Precision- Based Medicine. He embarked on his journey as a physician over 25 years ago and founded the Firshein Center for Integrative Medicine on Park Avenue in New York City.
Dr. Firshein has treated over 25,000 patients who have often experienced life-saving as well as life-enhancing results while receiving the most intensive, state-of-the-art, and personalized treatment available. At the Firshein center, he uses cutting-edge, DNA-based, diagnostic, nutritional, gut biome, and allergy based testing to create customized longevity and anti-aging protocols for his patients. As the best-selling author of the groundbreaking book The Nutraceutical Revolution, Dr. Firshein was the first physician to recommend a precision-based Nutraceutical approach for treating patients by utilizing a customized vitamin supplements and an individualized dietary approach. Known specifically for his detailed consideration of each patient’s medical history and markers’ for chronic conditions, he has developed a reputation for a uniquely compassionate, and effective form of medical care. He treats a wide variety of chronic issues, including asthma and allergies, chronic lyme, chronic pain, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and osteoporosis, menopause and cancer utilizing therapies which he says are the best of both worlds. Early on in Dr Firshein's career he advocated for a variety of cutting edge therapeutics which were considered avant grade at the time including IV Therapy, food allergy desensitization drops and bio-identical hormones.
Dr Richard Firshein is the author of the best-selling books the Vitamin Prescription for Life, Reversing Asthma and Your Asthma Free Child. In addition to being an Osteopathic Physician, Dr. Firshein is also a Certified Medical acupuncturist trained at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), incorporating both Eastern and Western modalities into his therapeutic regimen. Dr Firshein has helped other doctors come up through the ranks by serving as assistant professor of Family Medicine at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, and as director of residency training in Family Medicine and director of medical education at Brookdale and St. Claire's Hospital in New York City.
In addition to his professional/medical experience, Dr. Firshein belongs to numerous medical organizations, such as The American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture, the American Board of Forensic Medicine, the New York County Medical Society, the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians, and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, the American Osteopathic Association and the American Medical Association.
Dr. Firshein’s innovative approach to holistic treatment methods and his considerable experience have garnered him numerous awards, such as Castle Connelly's “Top Doctor” and The Vitals “Most Compassionate Doctor” Award, and was also recognized as one of "The Leading Physicians of the World" as well as a Healthgrades Honor Roll physician. His groundbreaking approach to medicine has made him a consistently sought-after medical expert on numerous television programs, including CNN, FOX News, CNBC, HLN, Good Day New York, WPIX Morning Show, CBS Morning News, and The Food Network. Dr. Firshein also hosted his own highly successful radio show, House Calls, for over 10 years. He has traveled the world and spoken at numerous prestigious medical conferences educating physicians, pharmacists and the lay public.
As a contributing editor for Psychology Today, Dr. Firshein explored the connection between mind, body, and nutrition. He has been prominently featured in numerous popular magazines including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, People, Self, Good Housekeeping, Men's Health, and Bottomline Health. His precision-based approach was featured in Town and Country magazine, which highlighted his work and research on the role of precision-based medical treatments, allergies, and diet. On the professional side, his clinical approach to health has been featured in the international medical journal Biomed where he authored numerous articles for an International physician based audience looking to incorporate advanced medical therapeutics.
I practice traditional Mt. Sinai trained medicine, with a great appreciation for Integrative and alternative approaches. I look for the latest high-tech approaches including genetic testing, neurocognitive screening, and testing with ‘liquid biopsies’ by a blood test that picks up very early cancers.
I am very open to questions, and I have many years of extensive relationships with excellent subspecialists in various hospitals around the city.
With Elsa, my amazingly competent ‘right hand’, I am available by text when you have a sudden medical concern, when you need lab or X-ray results quickly, a medication refill, an appointment or timing issue, a Covid or booster question, or a question about medication in the news that might pertain to your health.
Elsa Manelli is the heart and soul of the concierge practice. Primary contact person and office manager. Elsa receives and responds to texts and calls reliably, compassionately, and supports me, Stacy, and my patients in a caring and timely fashion. She has trained Allison and Cintia, my office staff, to be equally caring and responsive. Treat them all well, please!
I want to work with patients who appreciate collaboration! ‘You and me versus the issue at hand’.
And I am fortunate to work alongside a wonderful physician assistant with 15 years of experience named Stacy Beaupre who is very involved in integrative care and will be helping me evaluate neurocognitive function. She too is available and on-call.
I can only take a limited number of new concierge patients and I welcome a scheduled five-minute phone conversation where we can see if we are a good fit for one another.
Robert Bos, MD, provides integrative, concierge-style medical services for adults in and around the Upper East Side of Manhattan, New York City. Dr. Bos is board-certified in internal medicine and board-eligible in pulmonary diseases. He values time spent learning about a person’s health needs and empowering individuals to achieve their wellness goals.
Born and raised in Amsterdam, Holland, Dr. Bos studied medicine at Universiteit van Amsterdam Faculteit der Geneeskunde in Amsterdam and Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM) Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud in the Dominican Republic before settling in New York City. He completed his internal medicine residency at Lenox Hill Hospital - Northwell Health® on Park Avenue in New York City. Dr. Bos also finished a two-year fellowship in pulmonary diseases before starting his private practice in 2009.
Dr. Bos has extensive experience serving as a primary care doctor, providing diagnostic evaluations and customized treatment plans for a range of acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases. He uses advanced technologies like lung function tests and X-rays in the office to provide prompt and accurate diagnostic results.
Preventive care is also a specialty. Dr. Bos offers comprehensive physical exams, immunizations, and health screenings to minimize risk factors for heart disease, cancer, and other chronic diseases. For those with existing health challenges, chronic care management and one-on-one health coaching services are available.
The practice’s membership-based concierge services offer 24/7 access to Dr. Bos’ medical expertise. The staff provides flexible scheduling for same-day sick visits and there are no wait times for in-office or telemedicine visits. Dr. Bos also makes house calls for individuals unable to travel to the office due to illness or transportation issues.
For the convenience of his patients, Dr. Bos speaks fluent English, Spanish, and Dutch.
Call the office of Robert Bos, MD, to schedule a consultation or book an appointment online today.
Sandra Gilban, MD PC, is a board-certified family medicine physician, with an office in the Upper East Side neighborhood of New York City, New York. Dr. Gilban is proud to offer concierge medicine at her practice for a wide range of primary care and wellness services.
Dr. Gilban attended the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, graduating in 1984 with her doctorate in medicine. She completed residency training at Lutheran Medical Center and a fellowship at Sidney Hillman Health Center. After completing her medical education, she became certified in advanced colposcopy.
With a passion and dedication to medicine, she has conducted six research projects and published three articles in accredited medical journals. She has been recognized as a “Top Doctor” and an “Exceptional Woman in Medicine” by her peers for her work as a family medicine physician.
She founded her concierge practice, Sandra Gilban, MD PC, in 2011. A concierge model of care allows Dr. Gilban to provide more personalized healthcare. She offers custom wellness checkups, annual physicals, chronic disease and diabetes management, and hypertension treatment. Patients 12 and older may receive help and guidance for women’s health and weight loss.
Dr. Gilban speaks four languages — Portuguese, Spanish, French, and English — giving her a unique ability to provide a comfortable patient experience for her non-English-speaking patients.
Sandra Gilban, MD PC, holds a special interest in preventive medicine to protect patients from potential health problems and works closely with them to optimize their current health and wellness. Call the office or schedule an appointment online today.
THAT'S OUR FORMULA FOR ACHIEVING HIGH SUCCESS RATES
DOCTORS. Our doctors are world-renowned, "Double-Board-Certified" in OB/GYN and in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and have been practicing in the fertility field for a minimum of 25 years.
EMBRYOLOGISTS. These are the biologists that "baby-sit" your eggs and embryos. We have the most qualified and highly-skilled embryologists around because, as you may already know, your embryos can spend up to 8 days in the embryology laboratory, that is a large percentage of your cycle.
Most of the advances in fertility treatments over the past several years have been in the embryology laboratory including genetic testing of embryos, and vitrification technique for embryo freezing. Our embryologists are constantly keeping themselves up-to-date with the current technologies that are applicable to our patients. They are well-versed in all the current techniques and in addition, our embryologists have re-imagined the IVF laboratory techniques and procedures resulting in one-of-a-kind tools and pioneering techniques to improve our patients' chances of success.
SMART IVF TECH. We use unique techniques and procedures in our embryology laboratory, most of which we developed ourselves, which we believe can improve your chances of conception. Each technique may only result in tiny, insignificant (statistically speaking) improvement - but together, they can add up to making the difference for your cycle to be successful or a failure. Find out how these "small baby steps" add up to make your dream come true.
Come take advantage of all the latest technologies available that can help improve the outcome of your fertility care. Latest equipment in the culture of your embryos are available and so are the most recent techniques in processing, of gametes and embryos that are designed to eliminate or decrease the stress that your eggs and embryos undergo in order to maximize the chances of them implanting and resulting into a healthy baby.
SUCCESS RATES. Our rates are higher, 57.5% for patients under 35 years old, than the national average rate of 40.5%.We believe it to be mainly because we pay very close attention to every detail of your treatment and we employ every technique we have learned and also those we developed ourselves that can improve your chances of going home with a baby
CENTRALLY LOCATED. We are located right in the middle of Manhattan, New York City, at the beautiful Rockefeller Center area. Convenient access via buses, subways, cabs, and cars.
Miriam’s therapeutic approach is eclectic in style, drawing on various modalities, including psychodynamic therapy, attachment-based therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing techniques.
Miriam works with those experiencing anxiety and mood disorders, body-focused repetitive behaviors (including hair pulling and skin picking), and lasting effects of traumatic experiences. She also works with clients experiencing life transitions, difficult relational issues, or questions of identity.
Miriam graduated Summa Cum Laude from New York University’s Silver School of Social Work and received her undergraduate degree in International Relations from Muhlenberg College. Prior to Rappore, Miriam worked as a psychotherapist at Greenwich House’s Center for Resiliency and Wellness, the Jewish Board for Family and Children’s Services, and Collaborative Therapy. Additionally, Miriam has received training in BFRB Treatment from the Professional Training Institute with the TLC Foundation for BFRBs; Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Erica Gettenberg, MD, is the Medical Director at Rappore, a therapy services and medication management practice based in Manhattan, New York.
Erica is board certified in Adult and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She helps patients deal with the transition from high school to college, the social and academic stresses of college, and the challenges of early career development.
Erica attended medical school at the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons before completing her psychiatry residency at UCLA. She then completed her fellowship training through the Columbia University and Weill Cornell Child and Adolescent Psychiatry program.
Erica has expertise in mood, anxiety, relationship issues, and ADHD. She has developed a new model for digital mental health treatment that integrates individual psychotherapy and medication management and includes families in the treatment process.
To request an appointment with Erica and the team at Rappore, call the office or book one online today.
Gavrielle values the therapeutic relationship with her clients from day one through creating a safe space that feels warm, inviting, supportive, and most of all judgment free in order to achieve the clients goals and foster healing and insight. One of Gavrielle’s priorities is to let the client know they are not alone and to develop the coping skills to encounter the challenges throughout life.
She uses problem-solving model, solution-focused therapy, CBT, motivational interviewing to help her clients implement solutions to obtain their goals and to look at the clients’ strengths. Gavrielle has worked with various diverse populations of clientele. Gavrielle specializes in diverse issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, trauma, LGBTQ, and PTSD. Gavrielle is committed to continue to grow and evolve as a therapist as helping others achieve their goals is a passion of hers.
Gavrielle earned her Masters in Social Work from Adelphi University School of Social Work. She also received her BA in Psychology from Rutgers University, The State University of NJ. Gavrielle is currently in the process of obtaining a Certification in Expressive Arts in Counseling. Gavrielle has spent most of her career providing services to those in need whether it is in home services to youth, mental health services with adolescents and adults, trauma services, addiction services, and IOP services.
Emily is a licensed therapist at Rappore, a therapy services and medication management practice based in Manhattan, New York, who believes in the importance of the clinical relationship. Once a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space is created the client and therapist can collaborate toward individual goals. She specializes in working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, struggles with identity, life transitions, and relationships. She utilizes CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic therapy in her work. She has experience in emergency room social work, mental health Urgent Care, and as an individual therapist.
Education: Master of Social work: University of Albany
Cristin McKenna, LMSW, is a licensed social worker and member of the clinical team at Rappore, a therapy services and medication management practice based in Upper East Side Manhattan, New York.
Cristin believes that the goal of therapy is to help her clients obtain the insight and coping skills they need to lead meaningful and satisfying lives. She uses a non-judgmental, collaborative, and empathic approach to help her clients identify their innate strengths to take control over their thoughts and emotions. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, she helps her clients understand negative behavior patterns or perceptions that may be holding them back from experiencing more fulfilling lives. Cristin works with her clients to empower themselves and to make positive changes towards a path of deeper healing, growth, and well-being.
Cristin earned her Bachelor’s in Sociology and Masters in Social Work from Boston College. She has worked with adults diagnosed with complex mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, substance use, bipolar, ADHD, and personality disorders. She has experience working in various clinical settings including psychiatric hospital, residential treatment, and outpatient dual diagnosis programs. She implements evidence-based treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, relapse prevention, and motivational interviewing to best meet her clients’ needs.
Adina works collaboratively with clients to gain a sense of calm, confidence, and hope. She works with clients to achieve the goals that matter to them, including feeling less overwhelmed, building self-confidence, and minimizing negative thoughts. Therapy with Adina offers the formation of a trusting relationship where you can feel understood. She partners with clients to foster a sense of relief and accomplishment.
Some of her previous experience includes working with young adults with anxiety and depression, relationship struggles, and addiction and helping school-aged children navigate social and emotional challenges. She primarily uses a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach and draws from DBT skills and mindfulness to provide a variety of coping strategies.
She is licensed in New York (LMSW) and New Jersey (LSW).
Adina received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from New York University and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, with a minor in Human Development, from the University of Maryland.
Shelley Helmig, a licensed therapist and valued member of the clinical team at Rappore, is authorized to provide counseling services to clients residing in New York and Florida via Telehealth. Shelley possesses both the experience and passion to assist adults and couples navigating various relationship challenges and adults experiencing life transitions or loss of self identity. Additionally, she has supported individuals dealing with a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, anger issues, personality disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, eating disorders, sleep disorders, trauma, and OCD.
Understanding the uniqueness of each person and relationship, Shelley takes a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy. Shelley draws from a diverse range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. Shelley aims to empower clients to achieve emotional wellness and fulfillment while offering tailored treatment plans addressing unique needs and goals.
Shelley's goal is to create a space of safety, empathy, and validation where clients can freely explore their innermost thoughts and feelings. Together, Shelley and her clients embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, focusing on increasing self-awareness and fostering self-acceptance to build a more fulfilling life.
Shelley holds a Master in Social Work from the University of Kentucky and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Missouri.
Kara McGowan, LMSW, is a licensed master social worker and a member of the clinical team at Rappore, a therapy services and medication management practice based in Manhattan, New York.
Drawing from a person-centered and compassionate approach, Kara works with emerging adults and adults to contextualize, confront, and overcome life stressors and a variety of mental health challenges. Kara incorporates culturally sensitive evidence-based practice techniques into her client encounters, such as psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, mindfulness tools, and motivational interviewing, to achieve client goals and incite long-lasting change.
Kara earned her Masters in Social Work from the Silver School of Social Work at New York University. She routinely utilizes her cross-cultural experiences and multicultural identity to connect with a wide client population and to foster strong and successful therapeutic bonds and outcomes.
Kelly Eustace, LMSW, is a licensed therapist and member of the clinical team at Rappore, serving patients throughout New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Kelly utilizes her great sense of empathy, compassion, and a strengths-based lens, to develop a strong therapeutic alliance with her clients, which she believes is the foundation for successful therapeutic outcomes.
She creates a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment in her sessions, and implements a collaborative approach to help empower her clients to identify personal goals, potential barriers, enact positive changes, and work towards achieving self-determination.
Kelly earned her Masters Degree in Social Work at Fordham University. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, providing individual, family, and group therapy. She has worked in a variety of settings, including outpatient-mental health, school systems, and residential treatment.
Kelly provides culturally sensitive, trauma-informed care, drawing from various modalities depending on client needs, including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing. Kelly has experience treating a variety of diagnoses, specializing in anxiety, depression, attachment disorders, and trauma. She also has experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, as well as youth and their families involved with the Child Welfare System.
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